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Animesh Singha

Hoppers Crossing,VIC

Summary

I am an open-minded, hardworking, compassionate, and supportive qualified mental health worker with an ability to relate to clients and their families to facilitate a collaborative environment that fosters opportunities for independence and social acceptance. I have over 6 years of experience as a personal care attendant. I am now seeking a rewarding role in mental health work where I can contribute my knowledge, skills and personal attributes in working with clients to promote mental health recovery within the community setting.

Hardworking Psychotherapist with progressive experience across various mental health settings. Background working in in-patient environments. Knowledgeable in providing supervision to interns and volunteers. Empathetic mental health counselor proficient in applying various methodology skills to facilitate client mental health. Bilingual with expertise in applying therapeutic approaches to promote patient health and growth. Offering several years' experience the field field. Insightful psychotherapist with several years of employment in counseling settings and prior history in the field. Proficient applying cognitive behavioral therapy to promote client growth and change. Adept facilitating individual and couples therapy with focus on meeting client goals. Empathetic psychotherapist with several-year history working within mental health field. Proven to build client rapport and facilitate growth. Experienced facilitating individual and family therapy. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Outgoing student pursuing flexible part-time employment with weekend and evening shift options. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. An organized and motivated individual, eager to utilize time management and organizational skills across diverse settings. Seeking entry-level opportunities to enhance abilities while contributing to company growth. Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed. Responsible and motivated student ready to apply education in the workplace. Offers excellent technical abilities with software and applications, ability to handle challenging work, and excellent time management skills. Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals. Recent graduate with excellent research, technical, and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented and able to learn new concepts quickly. Motivated high school student with a track record of academic excellence looking for part-time work. Intends to develop professional work experience utilizing excellent communication and time management skills. A committed student eager to leverage exceptional communication and interpersonal skills in a professional setting. Possesses experience in data entry and money handling. Capable of quickly memorizing product details and fostering strong customer relationships. Experienced professional with a strong background in technology-related roles. Proficient in software development, system administration, and technical support. Skilled in problem-solving and optimizing performance. Capable of managing projects and collaborating effectively with teams. Committed to continuous learning and staying current with industry trends to contribute to organizational success. Motivated student eager to apply classroom knowledge to real-world experiences, with a strong willingness to learn and contribute. Effective communicator with a collaborative mindset, ready to bring fresh perspectives and a strong work ethic to any team. Results-oriented individual with a passion for continuous learning and innovation. Known for leveraging analytical thinking and creativity to solve problems and deliver high-impact solutions in fast-paced environments. Experienced and dependable general worker with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Mental Health Worker

Felicity Holistic Care
Melbourne, VIC
06.2023 - Current

Support Worker

Permalink
01.2023 - Current
  • Designing intricate care support plans that fulfill their client's necessities, Tending to their important health needs, Assisting people to perform important daily activities, Consulting clients about their addictions, Writing notes and keeping a logbook of daily interactions and progress, Ensuring a varied program of social activities, Providing emotional support.
  • Delivered one-to-one sessions focused on developing communication skills, problem solving techniques, self-confidence building.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Actively encouraged service users to make decisions about their own lives where appropriate.
  • Organised leisure activities for clients in the community.
  • Facilitated group sessions aimed at providing information regarding healthy lifestyles, substance misuse issues.
  • Assisted clients with personal care, such as showering and dressing.
  • Provided advocacy services for service users during meetings with external agencies or professionals.
  • Liaised effectively between other professionals involved in a client's care, such as doctors, nurses, social workers and family members.
  • Maintained accurate records of client progress using computer systems or paper files in line with data protection regulations.
  • Reported any incidents or accidents in accordance with company policy and procedure.
  • Monitored client wellbeing and reported any changes or concerns to relevant staff members.
  • Encouraged service users to participate in social activities that promoted their physical health and mental wellbeing.
  • Supported clients to access education, training or employment opportunities.
  • Accompanied clients to medical appointments and assisted them with their daily needs.
  • Developed positive relationships with service users and maintained professional boundaries at all times.
  • Administered medication according to company guidelines whilst monitoring its effectiveness.
  • Managed challenging behaviour from clients in a calm manner by utilising de-escalation techniques.
  • Conducted risk assessments on behalf of service users who were deemed at risk of harm or exploitation.
  • Provided emotional and practical support to vulnerable adults.
  • Helped clients develop independent living skills, such as budgeting, cooking and cleaning.
  • Attended regular reviews of service user's care plans to ensure the best outcomes for each individual.
  • Drove and accompanied clients to appointments, shopping and special events for safety and companionship.
  • Helped clients develop coping mechanisms, technical abilities and job skills.
  • Referred involved parties to needed community resources.
  • Supported clients in managing finances and budgeting, ensuring their well-being and financial stability.
  • Assisted in the development of social skills through group activities and one-on-one interactions.
  • Maintained detailed and confidential client records in compliance with privacy regulations.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, such as personal hygiene and meal preparation.
  • Implemented behavior management plans for clients with challenging behaviors.
  • Advocated for clients' rights and interests within the community and various institutions.
  • Conducted regular safety checks and risk assessments to ensure a secure environment for clients.
  • Participated in professional development and training sessions to enhance care quality and support provided.
  • Facilitated community integration and socialization through arranging and accompanying clients on outings.
  • Facilitated skills development sessions focusing on independence and self-care.
  • Lifted, moved and adjusted clients to ambulate individuals for diverse needs.
  • Conducted household tasks, including cleaning and laundry, to maintain a clean and safe living environment.
  • Supported clients with mobility needs, including the use of wheelchairs and transfers.
  • Developed and implemented individual care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals.
  • Monitored and reported changes in clients' health, behavior, and needs to supervisory staff.
  • Tracked client behaviors, daily activities, new skills, and notable incidents for documentation purposes.
  • Administered medication as prescribed and maintained accurate records of clients' medication schedules.
  • Delivered tailored support to clients with diverse needs, including those with physical disabilities, mental health conditions, and learning difficulties.
  • Provided emotional support and companionship to enhance clients' well-being.
  • Provided guidance and support to families of clients, offering resources and advice.
  • Coordinated with external agencies to access additional services and resources for clients.
  • Facilitated weekly group meetings, listened, offered compassion and supported members.
  • Supported clients' social, physical and emotional needs to help integrate into local community.
  • Engaged clients in activities aimed at promoting physical and mental stimulation.
  • Worked with leadership, parents and volunteers to establish clear goals and guidelines for group meetings.
  • Acted as role model for clients by exhibiting positive behaviors.
  • Evaluated and addressed individual client needs and concerns.
  • Maintained and developed community relationships to support various client referrals.
  • Performed psychosocial assessments and documented casework.
  • Organized and compiled socio-psychiatric case histories to facilitate accurate diagnoses.
  • Assessed clients for neglect and abusive situations to compile documentation for court hearings and reports.
  • Assisted and advocated for clients obtaining financial resources and government entitlements.
  • Encouraged and motivated clients to develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.
  • Used knowledge of successful crisis intervention techniques and supportive problem-solving to achieve treatment goals.
  • Implemented and formulated tailored treatment plans with needs evaluation and patient psychosocial functioning.
  • Improved outcomes and successes by utilizing multidisciplinary risk identification and management in care planning.
  • Led family therapy sessions between children and siblings to remediate conflict and build healthy relationships.
  • Assisted homeless clients with procuring mental health support and other various community resources.
  • Composed or prepared correspondence, case notes and narratives with computer-based applications.
  • Coordinated care with interdisciplinary teams and community contacts to promote continuity of care.
  • Practiced cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational enhancement and structural family therapy in individual and group settings.
  • Collaborated with state agencies and benefits coordinators to develop individualized plans for each case.
  • Used active listening skills and supportive diction to cultivate client rapport and open communication.
  • Visited clients at residences to assist courts with custody decisions and conduct home study assessments.
  • Facilitated frequent family conferences to discuss case plans in detail and discuss goals.

Personal Care Attendant

Menarock
01.2013 - 01.2015
  • Complete daily household chores, such as laundry, dishes, floor cleaning, and bathroom maintenance as required, Lead patients through daily exercises as prescribed by the physical therapist to improve their range of motion, Provide detailed documentation of patient and caretaking activities, Followed physician-directed medication administration and picked up prescriptions from the pharmacy, Aided in the application of orthodontic or prosthetic placement and cleaning, Accompanied patients to medical appointments.
  • Promptly communicated any changes in client's condition or behavior to supervisor, manager, care team members.
  • Ensured that all equipment used is clean, maintained properly and stored safely after use.
  • Assisted clients with daily personal hygiene and grooming, such as bathing, dressing, and oral care.
  • Transported clients to appointments or outings using an appropriate vehicle.
  • Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse, respiration rate, blood pressure, and weight.
  • Provided physical support to clients by transferring them in and out of wheelchairs or beds.
  • Observed changes in the client's condition and reported any changes to the supervisor and manager.
  • Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as meal preparation, housekeeping tasks, laundry duties.
  • Instructed family members on proper techniques for providing personal care assistance at home.
  • Administered medications as prescribed by a physician or other healthcare professional.
  • Performed light housekeeping tasks like dusting furniture and vacuuming carpets when needed.
  • Scheduled transportation arrangements when necessary for doctor visits or errands outside the home.
  • Organized recreational activities for clients that help improve quality of life.
  • Conducted safety checks in the home environment to ensure it is free from hazards.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
  • Provided emotional support to clients by listening attentively to their concerns and helping them cope with stressors.
  • Provided companionship through conversation, games or other activities that are enjoyable for the client.
  • Maintained accurate records of services provided to clients including progress notes and medical records.
  • Developed individualized care plans for each client based on their specific needs and preferences.
  • Accompanied clients on trips outside their residence such as shopping trips or social events.
  • Recorded patient temperature, pulse and blood pressure to monitor health and well-being.
  • Engaged with patients and families to provide emotional support and daily living instruction.
  • Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs.
  • Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
  • Ambulated individuals around home, public and medical locations.
  • Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances, and concerning responses.
  • Coordinated patient care plans with doctors and registered nurses and communicated treatment steps to patients.
  • Organized games and other activities to engage clients and offer mental stimulation.
  • Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
  • Assisted patients with daily personal hygiene.
  • Helped clients with personal needs from exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
  • Completed scheduled patient check-ins and progress reports for clients.
  • Coordinated doctor appointments, exercise, recreation, and family visits to maintain schedule.
  • Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
  • Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
  • Provided ongoing compassionate patient care for each client.
  • Met with various caregivers to promote continuous professional development and implement quality treatment strategies.
  • Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet diabetic, low sodium and high protein diets.
  • Transported patients to medical, dental and personal care appointments.
  • Made beds, swept floors and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
  • Helped patients during ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
  • Drove clients to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands.
  • Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
  • Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
  • Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
  • Worked closely with clinical staff to support therapeutic and behavioral plans.
  • Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions, and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
  • Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
  • Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
  • Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
  • Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
  • Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
  • Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
  • Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
  • Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
  • Instructed family members on how to provide bedside care.
  • Collected and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse, and respirations (TPRs) to evaluate and note basic health status.
  • Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
  • Contacted medical providers on behalf of clients to follow up on appointments.
  • Consulted with client care team to continually update care plans.
  • Drove clients to doctors' appointments and social outings.
  • Monitored clients' activity levels and helped prevent sedentary behavior.
  • Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
  • Obtained sources of entertainment for clients to provide full and enjoyable daily activities.
  • Helped clients communicate with loved ones by typing written messages and relaying verbal messages.
  • Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
  • Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
  • Contributed to case reviews of client status and progress.
  • Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
  • Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
  • Partnered with registered nurses and physiotherapists to provide care to patients.
  • Helped clients adjust to new lifestyles during periods of incapacitation or recuperation.

Personal Care Attendant

Health Care Australia
01.2012 - 01.2013
  • Perform routine cleaning of the facility and living spaces, Assist with medication, Help patients with physical activities, Provide first aid as needed for minor injuries, Assist patients with bathing and other care, Prepare and deliver meals, Help patients perform physical therapy as needed.

Personal Care Attendant

Belmore Nurses Bureau
01.2011 - 01.2013
  • Communicating effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers, Medication management, Information management, Maintaining effective and efficient nutrition and hydration (including supplements), Follow basic food safety practices, Personal care- personal hygiene, grooming, skin care, foot care, Incontinence management, Client assessments: Interim care plans, Behavior charts, Food, and fluid charts, Documentation, client files, and medical history, Following OHS practices (Risk and hazard analysis), Comply with infection control and handle healthcare-related waste, Assist with client movement (Lifting aids, wheelchairs), Assisting in wound control and dressings stock take, Assisting in Medication Audits, Palliative care and 1:1 care, Prepare and maintain beds, Ensuring the maintenance of a safe and hygienic environment, Problem-solving

Personal Care Attendant in the community

Blue Cross Community and Residential Services
01.2010 - 01.2012
  • Sleep in service, Transporting and assisting clients for various appointments and shopping, Medication administration, Assisting with Activities of daily living, Maintaining liaison with family and other care-givers, Assisting residents with bathing, feeding and dressing, Accompanying residents on daily walks, Assisting with general facility maintenance and food preparation, Providing confidentiality, dignity and privacy to patients at all times, Comprehensive understanding of residential, dementia and nursing care, Assisting in the implementation of treatment and care plans, Helping service users to maintain and develop social, self-help, occupational and personal skills, Awareness of COSHH, Health and Safety, infection control regulations, Equal Opportunities, Data Protection, Risk management and confidentiality, Fully aware and respectful of a patient’s rights, as well as their religious and cultural beliefs, Ability to record patient observations accurately and report any issues of concern, Working with other health and social care professionals to provide individual care and development plans

Education

Diploma of Mental Health -

IHNA
01.2023

Elder Abuse Prevention and Response -

Professional Education
01.2012

Cert III in Aged Care -

Australasian Lawrence Aged Care College, Preston
01.2010

Cert IV in Motor Vehicle Driving Instructor -

Box Hill Tafe, Box Hill
01.2009

Diploma in Hospitality Management & Commercial cookery -

NMIT, Preston Campus
01.2007

Bachelor of Arts -

MC College, Bangladesh
01.2000

Other Attributes

Napier St Aged Care, South Melbourne, 09/2010

Timeline

Mental Health Worker

Felicity Holistic Care
06.2023 - Current

Support Worker

Permalink
01.2023 - Current

Personal Care Attendant

Menarock
01.2013 - 01.2015

Personal Care Attendant

Health Care Australia
01.2012 - 01.2013

Personal Care Attendant

Belmore Nurses Bureau
01.2011 - 01.2013

Personal Care Attendant in the community

Blue Cross Community and Residential Services
01.2010 - 01.2012

Diploma of Mental Health -

IHNA

Elder Abuse Prevention and Response -

Professional Education

Cert III in Aged Care -

Australasian Lawrence Aged Care College, Preston

Cert IV in Motor Vehicle Driving Instructor -

Box Hill Tafe, Box Hill

Diploma in Hospitality Management & Commercial cookery -

NMIT, Preston Campus

Bachelor of Arts -

MC College, Bangladesh

Animesh Singha